I was wondering if anyone knew how to soften the felt on the Akubra Federation. I have read at other fan forums that Alcohol has been used and also soaking the felt. Has anyone tried this? Also, is anyone aware of a wire existing in the sweatband and can it be removed to give the hat better flexability. I ask this because I am planning on traveling in September and would like to be able to store my Fed in my pack from time to time.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.